Dr. William Jackson, Principal at Nathan Hale High School in Seattle Public Schools, delivers the keynote address at the 2024 Alliance for Education Annual Gala, Auction + After Party at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel on April 27, 2024.
Dr. Jackson centers his “why” on the principles of justice, equity, access and radical love. His commitment to these values is evident in his daily practice at Nathan Hale High School, these values guide decision-making around professional development, hiring practices, staffing arrangements and budgeting, resulting in more equitable outcomes for students, families and educators.
He is both a principal mentor and an active academic teaching as an instructor in the Leadership for Learning (L4L) superintendent preparation program at the University of Washington College of Education. His exemplary leadership has earned the 2024 Washington State Secondary Principal of the Year award and recognition by the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) as a nominee for the National Principal of the Year. Dr. Jackson was also awarded the Alliance For Education’s 2023 Thomas B. Foster Award for Excellence for strides made in advancing racial equity and educational justice in his school.
Once a year the event gathers public education supporters together from across the city to raise funds for Seattle students, families and educators. Join us to ensure the Alliance for Education can fulfill our mission of advancing racial equity and educational justice in our public schools. Our gala is a joyful celebration that inspires and highlights the excellence across our school district.
